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EXCLUSIVE: Two dogs have died after being placed in a bike locker at Penrith Railway Station.

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Exclusive: Man accused of leaving dogs to die in station bike locker • The Western Weekender
Two dogs have died after being placed in a bike locker at Penrith Railway Station.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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Five years on from the pandemic, a worrying trend has emerged among teenagers.

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The frightening stats around teen drowning • The Western Weekender
Five years on from the pandemic, a worrying trend has emerged among teenagers.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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Motorists are breathing a sigh of relief with a popular rebate scheme being permanently extended.

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Toll relief extended but bumpy road ahead to fund it • The Western Weekender
Motorists are breathing a sigh of relief with a popular rebate scheme being permanently extended.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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Why it's crucial to get your dog's vaccinations up to date heading into the holidays.

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Why vaccinating your dog matters • The Western Weekender
Why it's crucial to get your dog's vaccinations up to date heading into the holidays.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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A rare free-standing commercial building is waiting for its next chapter in Jordan Springs.

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Prime commercial property on the market in Jordan Springs • The Western Weekender
A rare free-standing commercial building is waiting for its next chapter in Jordan Springs.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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A brand new edition of The Western Weekender is out now! Get it at 100+ locations across Penrith, or read online for free at www.westernweekender.com.au/digitaledition.
November 19, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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A new Panther cub, a cheerleader honoured, and Ivan's new car! The Masked Panther 🔽

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Masked Panther: There's a new To'o in town • The Western Weekender
A new Panther cub, a cheerleader honoured, and Ivan's new car! The Masked Panther is back.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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A Wednesday tradition in Penrith is over. Journalist Ally Hall visits the mid-week markets one last time ahead of its switch to Thursdays under new management.

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Mixed emotions as a Wednesday tradition in Penrith ends ahead of market's big move • The Western Weekender
A Wednesday tradition is over. And as Penrith's famous markets move to a new day, there's plenty of reflection happening amongst stallholders.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:59 AM
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We check out Christmas Warehouse in Penrith to see what's popular ahead of the festive season.

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The decorations flying off the shelves this Christmas • The Western Weekender
We check out Christmas Warehouse in Penrith to see what's popular ahead of the festive season.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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How easy do you find getting a bulk-billed doctor's appointment in Penrith?

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Is Medicare plan a solution or spin? • The Western Weekender
Labor says it is making the largest investment in Medicare since its creation, but will it really make it easier and cheaper to see a doctor in Penrith?
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November 19, 2025 at 1:59 AM
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A community craft group that formed in the mid-70s is still going strong today, as Ally Hall discovered 🔽

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Nepean Potters prepares for 50-year milestone • The Western Weekender
A community craft group that formed in the mid-70s is still going strong today, as Ally Hall discovered.
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November 19, 2025 at 12:34 AM
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The Western Weekender was among the winners at the 2025 Lindsay Awards, presented by local MP Melissa McIntosh on Tuesday night.

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Best of the best honoured at Lindsay Awards • The Western Weekender
The Western Weekender was among the winners at the 2025 Lindsay Awards, presented by local MP Melissa McIntosh on Tuesday night.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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Maddie Dantier heads to the movies to check out The Running Man 🔽

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At The Movies: The Running Man • The Western Weekender
‘The Running Man’, the newest film adaptation of Stephen King’s Bachman Books, hit theatres last week, and in honesty, I was prepared to hate it.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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Hopeful and expecting mothers who have undergone weight loss surgery are being urged to explore more pre-pregnancy planning and further specialist care.

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Study prompts warning to expectant mothers • The Western Weekender
Hopeful and expecting mothers who have undergone weight loss surgery are being urged to explore more pre-pregnancy planning and further specialist care.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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Penrith Councillors have signed off on a plan to invigorate nightlife in the area.

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Switching on Penrith and St Marys: Push for better nightlife • The Western Weekender
Penrith Councillors have signed off on a plan to invigorate nightlife in the area.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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A tub of sauce, a zoo visit and the death of brand loyalty: How big business is stuffing up. Troy Dodds 🔽

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Just give her the sauce: Big business is desperate to be our best friend, but it's all fake news • The Western Weekender
A tub of sauce, a zoo visit and the death of brand loyalty: How big business is stuffing up.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:45 AM
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NEW POD! The boys are on deck for the final edition of Tension's Running High for 2025. Search Western Weekender wherever you listen to podcasts, or stream/download 🔽

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Podcast: Tension's Running High E60 - Final show for 2025 • The Western Weekender
Join us for one last hurrah in 2025!
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November 18, 2025 at 4:20 AM
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A father is taking legal action against police for nervous shock and psychiatric injury after officers fatally shot his son in their backyard.

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"Unjustified and unreasonable": Coroner's verdict on fatal shooting in St Marys • The Western Weekender
A father is taking legal action against police for nervous shock and psychiatric injury after officers fatally shot his son in their backyard.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:28 AM
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Multiple locations across Penrith were found to be lacking in fire safety after complaints were made by members of the public.

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Fire safety concerns identified at key Penrith locations • The Western Weekender
Multiple locations across Penrith were found to be lacking in fire safety after complaints were made by members of the public.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:19 AM
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Days after launching a new energy policy, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has talked up the Coalition's plan during a visit to Emu Plains.

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Coalition brings energy policy sell to Emu Plains • The Western Weekender
Days after launching a new energy policy, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has talked up the Coalition's plan during a visit to Emu Plains.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:27 AM
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A tobacconist in Kingswood has been ordered to close after it was accused of breaking the law.

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Kingswood tobacconist hit with closure order • The Western Weekender
A tobacconist in Kingswood has been ordered to close after it was found to be breaking the law.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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Julie Sheldrake explains the importance of swimming lessons, and what to expect.

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What to expect at swimming lessons • The Western Weekender
Julie Sheldrake explains the importance of swimming lessons, and what to expect.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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Penrith will play North Queensland and Wests Tigers in pre-season matches to begin their 2026 NRL campaign.

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Pre-season trials locked in for Panthers • The Western Weekender
Penrith will play North Queensland and Wests Tigers in pre-season matches to begin their 2026 NRL campaign.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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Prada Clutch is bringing her Christmas show to Penrith.

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Sleigh all day with Prada Clutch at Panthers • The Western Weekender
Prada Clutch is bringing her Christmas show to Penrith.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:30 AM
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The annual Trees of Hope campaign at Panthers Penrith has started again, making the foyer of the club extra festive and making a difference in the community.

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Trees of Hope campaign returns to Panthers this Christmas • The Western Weekender
The annual Trees of Hope campaign at Panthers Penrith has started again, making the foyer of the club extra festive and making a difference in the community.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:45 AM